Prep Technician

Prep Technician (Surface Prep)
Wixom, MI
$20–$24 per hour (based on experience)
Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 5:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

• 30 min unpaid lunch

We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Prep Technician to support surface preparation activities for manufactured components. This role is hands-on and essential to ensuring high-quality finishing and assembly processes.

• Prepare part surfaces (sanding, cleaning, light filling, etc.) for downstream operations

• Tape, mask, and cover parts according to process and quality standards

• Inspect surfaces for defects, contamination, or imperfections that may affect final quality

• Tag and segregate nonconforming parts

• Communicate material, quality, or process concerns to the lead or supervisor

• Maintain a clean, organized workspace and follow all safety and 5S guidelines

• Follow work instructions, production schedules, and documented quality standards

Candidates with experience in any of the following environments are encouraged to apply:

• Auto body prep (sanding, masking, surface prep for paint)

• Wood finishing or refinishing shops

• Production painting or finishing facilities

• Manufacturing environments involving part prep, masking, or inspection

• High attention to detail and quality

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment

• Strong reliability and punctuality

• Ability to stand, bend, reach, and use hands/arms for extended periods

• Ability to lift and move parts as required (typical manufacturing component weights)